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Concepts in Biology is a relatively brief introductory general biology text written for students with no previous science background. The authors strive to use the most accessible vocabulary and writing style possible while still maintaining scientific accuracy. The text covers all the main areas of study in biology from cells through ecosystems. Evolution and ecology coverage are combined in Part Four to emphasize the relationship between these two main subject areas.
The new, 12th edition is the latest and most exciting revision of a respected introductory biology text written by authors who know how to reach students through engaging writing, interesting issues and applications, and accessible level.
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Table of Contents
- Front Matter
- CHAPTER 1 What Is Biology?
- CHAPTER 2 The Basics of Life: Chemistry
- CHAPTER 3 Organic Molecules— the Molecules of Life
- CHAPTER 4 Cell Structure and function
- CHAPTER 5 Enzymes, Coenzymes, and Energy
- CHAPTER 6 Biochemical Pathways—Cellular Respiration
- CHAPTER 7 Biochemical Pathways—Photosynthesis
- CHAPTER 8 DNA and RNA: The Molecular Basis of Heredity
- CHAPTER 9 Cell Division—Replication and Reproduction
- CHAPTER 10 Patterns of Inheritance
- CHAPTER 11 Applications of Biotechnology
- CHAPTER 12 Diversity Within Species and Population Genetics
- CHAPTER 13 Evolution and Natural Selection
- CHAPTER 14 The Formation of Species and Evolutionary Change
- CHAPTER 15 Ecosystem Dynamics: The Flow of Energy and Matter
- CHAPTER 16 Community Interactions
- CHAPTER 17 Population Ecology
- CHAPTER 18 Evolutionary and Ecological Aspects of Behavior
- CHAPTER 19 The Origin of Life and the Evolution of Cells
- CHAPTER 20 The Classification and Evolution of Organisms
- CHAPTER 21 The Nature of Microorganisms
- CHAPTER 22 The Plant Kingdom
- CHAPTER 23 The Animal Kingdom
- CHAPTER 24 Materials Exchange in the Body
- CHAPTER 25 Nutrition: Food and Diet
- CHAPTER 26 The Body’s Control Mechanisms and Immunity
- CHAPTER 27 Human Reproduction, Sex, and Sexuality
- Appendix 1
- Appendix 2
- Glossary
- Credits
- Index
- Prefixes and Suffixes
